12/06/2007

Advent Day 6: The Baker's Dozen and time in the kitchen

Aaron Shepard retells this legend from Dutch colonial New York about an honest baker that learns what true generosity really is and begins the tradition of giving thirteen cookies as a dozen - a "baker's dozen." Unfortunately the book is out of print but you can buy it used, read the whole story online here or check to see if they have it at your library. For today's activity get out your favorite holiday recipes and start baking with the kids!

My sister and I love this spice tea that's super easy to make and is also a great gift bottled in a pretty jar with a ribbon. I usually make mini loaves of my banana bread and wrap them in parchment with baker's twine. While you are getting things prepped, the kids can watch Aaron Shepard read another of his books, King o' the Cats.

Need more time? Listen to Liam Neeson read The Polar Express or go here and listen to Dylan Thomas read his book, A Child's Christmas in Wales - a real treat! I'd love to know your family's favorite thing to bake for the holidays and if you have a link to the recipe put that in your comment too!

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Aaron Shepard retells this legend from Dutch colonial New York about an honest baker that learns what true generosity really is and begins the tradition of giving thirteen cookies as a dozen - a "baker's dozen." Unfortunately the book is out of print but you can buy it used, read the whole story online here or check to see if they have it at your library. For today's activity get out your favorite holiday recipes and start baking with the kids!

My sister and I love this spice tea that's super easy to make and is also a great gift bottled in a pretty jar with a ribbon. I usually make mini loaves of my banana bread and wrap them in parchment with baker's twine. While you are getting things prepped, the kids can watch Aaron Shepard read another of his books, King o' the Cats.

Need more time? Listen to Liam Neeson read The Polar Express or go here and listen to Dylan Thomas read his book, A Child's Christmas in Wales - a real treat! I'd love to know your family's favorite thing to bake for the holidays and if you have a link to the recipe put that in your comment too!

*This post includes affiliate links for your reference. If you make a purchase through the links I will receive a small commission without it costing you any more. Win win! I only recommend products that I like and think that you will like too. Thank you for your support!

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